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This is a pretty beautiful book. It's a realistic fairy tale. The language is gorgeous in a direct and poetic way. The sentiment is accessible and welcoming. The story is bittersweet, with magic and secrets and truths all over the place. I'm so glad I read this.
Each night that Ekaterina does not come for Lena, each time that Ekaterina shows that she is irresponsible, is untrustworthy, is unloving, Rasia is reassured that she has a right to love Lena as much as she does, which is very much. p. 89 ...more
Each night that Ekaterina does not come for Lena, each time that Ekaterina shows that she is irresponsible, is untrustworthy, is unloving, Rasia is reassured that she has a right to love Lena as much as she does, which is very much. p. 89 ...more

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